murals

Painting a City Beautiful: The Story of Philadelphia’s Murals

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Philadelphia's murals have provided inspiration for the city and artists for decades.…

September 6, 2022

David de la Mano Is the Monochrome Muralist

Nathan Kolodney, Wesleyan University

Public art has the capacity to define a neighborhood's cultures and customs, and this Spanish artist's insights on the topic highlight just how important these bonds can truly be.…

September 2, 2021

Baron Batch in front of one of his murals

Baron Batch Is a Former NFL Player Turned Revolutionary Pittsburgh Artist

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

The retired professional athlete has taken his city by storm with striking graffiti-style pieces and inspirational, poetic quotes that exemplify the obstacles faced by many modern muralists.…

February 27, 2021

Hit the Streets, H-Town! Here Are the Top 10 Murals in Houston, Texas

Dylan Kazanova, University of Texas at San Antonio

Art is bringing the walls of the Bayou City to life.…

October 27, 2019

#TearItDown: A Student’s Quest to Remove a Racially Charged Mural

Kelly Lambkin, SUNY Cortland

First-year University of Oregon student Francesca Smith has recently penned a petition that suggests the potential removal of a derogatory mural on campus.…

January 4, 2018

Meet FSU Student and Serendipitously Named Muralist Sarah Painter

Daniel DeAngelo, University of Tampa

Originally an Architecture major at USF, Painter transferred schools and majors to improve her craft, a decision that has resulted in citywide commissions and a growing rapport in north Florida.…

August 11, 2017

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